MOT Status
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26,339 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
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Y172 YPX is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
Across all 2001 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 12,763 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y172 YPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was Y172 YPX registered?
Y172 YPX is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 August 2001.
Is Y172 YPX safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y172 YPX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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